https://vimeo.com/18391229] The Philadelphia city government initiative known as “ReStoring Philadelphia’s Economic Corridors” has been active in helping revitalize certain community commercial corridors sections since 2007. When launched three years ago,… [continue reading…]
…homes, and people who purchased a new car last year. In an article on abcnews.com entitled Average American Tax Refund Up Ten Percent Thanks to Recovery Act Benefits, IRS Commission… [continue reading…]
…Money donated to the “Fund” will be used to open pools throughout Philadelphia. By May 31, the goal is to collect $600,000 through commercial, community, and individual donations. Currently, the… [continue reading…]
…in the community that supported career services. Its Community Education and Employment Department offered free classes aimed at developing the skills and techniques necessary to get a job. But the… [continue reading…]
…Aside from the neighbors of this closely knit community, there is help steps away for those who need it. The Second Street Irish Society, compiled of local members of the… [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/18395006] Thick, white binders litter the carpet of Sylvia Simms otherwise tidy living room in North Philadelphia. Mayor Nutter sat in on a Parent Power meeting two weeks ago. “This… [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/18394784] The SAT scores are in, the essays are written, and the applications have been mailed, but the pressure and stress of financing a college education still remains. The current… [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/18393032] Patrick Boylan and Tom McGowan, both juniors at Northeast Catholic High School for Boys, would have ruled the school as seniors next year – McGowan as a National Honor… [continue reading…]
…does little to help with actual computer skills. “Mobile Internet offers no keyboard or mouse experience,” said Morgan. These are essential skills when using a traditional computer and are important… [continue reading…]
…serious. Some corners are marked with specific symbols to indicate a place to buy and sell drugs,” says Lin. Matt Lin at One Hope Community Church But the community is… [continue reading…]
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